Panama hosted the Panama Crossroads festival, establishing itself as a regional cultural epicenter. Over three days, the event brought together 15,000 attendees, celebrating music, art, gastronomy, and cultural reflection to reinforce Panamanian identity and project the nation as an international cultural destination. The festival featured five stages with over 60 local and international artists. Organizers described it as a meeting point where identity is strengthened and new cultural narratives are built for tourism and the creative economy. The event included a free educational program with 34 speakers and a high-end gastronomic experience led by renowned chefs representing diverse influences of Panamanian culture.
